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Daniel Villegas

Aircraft Maintenance Production Superintendent
Dixon,CA

Summary

Seasoned aviation mechanical technician familiar with aircraft systems, operations and safety. Successful

background diagnosing problems and completing repairs on KC-10, AWACS and B-52 aircraft. Highly

skilled Crew Chief mechanic with 20 years of Aircraft Maintenance spanning across numerous specialties

in the United States Air Force. Repaired and maintained aircraft engines, flight systems and avionics at

large MRO facility for 24 KC-10s, 13 AWACS, and 27 B-52s from 2002-2021. Exceptional technical skills and

attention to detail leading to management and client satisfaction. Meticulous Flying Crew Chief, KC-10

training instructor, Quality Assurance Inspector, Production Superintendent, and First Sergeant commended

for performing quality maintenance under immense pressure with fast turnaround. Offering 20 years of

comprehensive experience in performing aircraft inspections, including basic post-flight, thru-flight and

pre-flight inspections. In-depth knowledge of maintenance and operations. Talented Aircraft Maintenance

Technician with team-player mentality and safety-driven approach. Knowledgeable about completing

inspections, reading technical documentation and installing new systems. Enthusiastic leader eager to

contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear

understanding of procedural, safety, and training in quality assurance. Motivated to learn, grow and excel

in maintenance.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
29
29
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language

Work History

Civil Engineering Project Manager

USAF
09.2023 - Current
  • Manages 37 housing facilities and leads 33 employees. Manages HVAC, Plumbing, Structural, Electrical, and General maintenance for housing facilities. Develops and Executed annual budget requirements.
  • Managed contracts with vendors and subcontractors, negotiating favorable terms and maintaining strong working relationships
  • Developed comprehensive project plans, ensuring clear objectives and milestones were established and achieved

Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor

United States Air Force
10.2020 - 11.2021
  • Diagnosed and isolated faults and developed action plans.

Aircraft Maintenance Manager

United States Air Force
08.2016 - 09.2020
  • Removed components such as landing gear, engines and flight control.
  • Lubricated shafts, bearings and gears to maintain optimal performance.
  • Diagnosed faults and developed resolution plans.
  • Coordinated and distributed exposure and contamination control procedures.
  • Assisted with aircraft and equipment transport and movement.
  • Maintained orderly and safe work environment by enforcing tool control and FOD awareness, prevention and safety at all times.
  • Conducted and oversaw safety protocols, including flight line foreign object prevention walks.
  • Monitored parts department and placed orders for maintenance supplies on consistent basis.
  • Documented all inspection and maintenance actions in aircraft forms, IMDS.
  • Maintained repair logs to document all corrective and preventive aircraft maintenance.

KC-10 Aircraft Quality Assurance Inspector

United States Air Force
07.2012 - 07.2016
  • Oversaw maintenance, calibration, and control of inspection, measuring, and all test equipment.
  • Remained up-to-date with new maintenance instruction specifications to maintain fleet effectiveness and readiness.
  • Performed multitude of inspections, including Personal Evaluations, Special Inspections and Quality Verification Inspections.
  • Evaluated components and final products against quality standards and manufacturing specifications.
  • Completed precise measurements using special tools.
  • Created and deployed best practices to improve efficiency and reduce defects.
  • Monitored performance and generated reports detailing quality of product and defect rates.
  • Streamlined QA processes by working closely with Subject Matter Experts and staying abreast of changing technical orders.
  • Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.

KC-10 Aircraft Maintenance Instructor

United States Air Force
06.2008 - 07.2012
  • Provided detailed instruction and role modeling for acceptable social and work-related behaviors for 30 aircraft maintainers
  • Supervised and monitored students' use of tools and equipment in dangerous flighline environment.
  • Provided instructional handouts, texts, audiovisual aids and other materials to facilitate learning.
  • Assisted program participants with achieving career and learning goals.
  • Planned and documented programs of study meeting individual needs and abilities of students.
  • Presented lectures and conducted discussions to increase students' knowledge and competence using visual aids such as graphs, charts and slides.
  • Advised students on course selection, career decisions and other academic and vocational concerns.
  • Maintained documentation on educational services and tracked students' progress to gauge overall success of learning program
  • Adhered to social distancing protocols and wore mask or face shield at all times.
  • Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
  • Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Developed team communications and information for meetings.
  • Created plans and communicated deadlines to ensure projects were completed on time.
  • Completed all paperwork, recognizing any discrepancies and addressing them in timely fashion.

KC-10 Aircraft Maintenance Mechanic/Flying Crew Chief

United States Air Force
2 2002 - 6 2008
  • Removed components such as landing gear, engines and flight control.
  • Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircraft.
  • Serviced aircraft systems, including electrical, pumps and air handling.
  • Operated power tools, gauges and testing equipment to adjust, repair and replace faulty components in aircrafts.
  • Obtained fuel and oil samples to check for contamination.
  • Performed cost analysis for shop components and labor hours through AFTO form 22 procedures.
  • Performed flight line functions including AFE preflight and postflight requirements.
  • Documented all inspection and maintenance actions in aircraft forms, IMDS.
  • Assisted with aircraft and equipment transport and movement.
  • Completed all paperwork requirements for each task, including recording maintenance actions in aircraft logbooks.
  • Removed and installed aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions and mechanical flight controls.
  • Completed average of 1500+ work orders each year.
  • Collaborated with 17 aircraft specialties to coordinate fitting and alignment of heavy parts.
  • Inspected airframes to detect wear and other defects daily per ATA tech data.
  • Performed aircraft maintenance for scheduled preventive actions and unscheduled requirements.
  • Maintained all aircraft in accordance with organizational maintenance requirements.
  • Performed aircraft corrosion control procedures, including washing, polishing and vacuuming.
  • Operated support equipment, including flight line vehicles, as needed.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Aircraft Maintenance

Community College Of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL
02.2002 - 05.2014

High School Diploma -

A. C. Crawford Mosely High School
Panama City, FL
08.1996 - 06.2000

Bachelor of Science - Sport And Fitness Management

American Public University System
Charles Town, WV
06.2011 - Current

Skills

    Military maintenance requirements

Strong communication

Removing parts

Installing equipment

Diagnosing problems

Servicing systems

Quality control

Adding fluids

Preventive Maintenance

Component examination

Lubricating components

Basic print reading skills and layout skills

Knowledge of aircraft hardware and materials and processes

Detail-oriented

Reading technical manuals

Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with 16 different nations in the execution of NATO's top priorities of Counter ISIL survailance.
  • Supervised team of 100+ military members.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop flight, work shift schedules, and shift training tracker spreadsheets.

Timeline

Civil Engineering Project Manager

USAF
09.2023 - Current

Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor

United States Air Force
10.2020 - 11.2021

Aircraft Maintenance Manager

United States Air Force
08.2016 - 09.2020

KC-10 Aircraft Quality Assurance Inspector

United States Air Force
07.2012 - 07.2016

Bachelor of Science - Sport And Fitness Management

American Public University System
06.2011 - Current

KC-10 Aircraft Maintenance Instructor

United States Air Force
06.2008 - 07.2012

Associate of Applied Science - Aircraft Maintenance

Community College Of The Air Force
02.2002 - 05.2014

High School Diploma -

A. C. Crawford Mosely High School
08.1996 - 06.2000

KC-10 Aircraft Maintenance Mechanic/Flying Crew Chief

United States Air Force
2 2002 - 6 2008
Daniel VillegasAircraft Maintenance Production Superintendent